Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Buzz! Quiz World Screenshots and Videos
New screenshots and videos for the new PSP game Buzz! Quiz World are now available.You can check out the screenshots here and the videos here. This quiz game boasts over 3,000 general knowledge questions. Buzz! Quiz World is available in stores now.
Monday, December 21, 2009
Limited Edition Version of Lunar: Silver Star Harmony Announced
A limited edition version of the upcoming game Lunar: Silver Star Harmony has been announced. This version will come with a soundtrack CD and a set of 13 exclusive "bromide" collector cards highlighting the girls of Lunar.
Lunar: Silver Star Harmony comes out January 12, 2010.
"As the definitive version of Lunar: The Silver Star with completely reworked graphics, a remastered soundtrack containing songs new and old, an enhanced battle system, and additional story elements never before revealed, Lunar: Silver Star Harmony deserved a special Limited Edition version to commemorate the rebirth of this beloved franchise," stated Jun Iwasaki, President of XSEED Games. "For fans of the previous iteration, we've built upon the English script from before to offer returning fans something new while keeping the heart of the original outstanding localization intact."
Lunar: Silver Star Harmony comes out January 12, 2010.
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Dead or Alive Paradise Screenshots
The first screenshots from the upcoming PSP game Dead or Alive Paradise are now available for viewing here. Dead or Alive Paradise is a PSP take on the popular DOA Beach Volleyball series. The game does not yet have a US release date.
New Silent Hill: Shattered Memories Screenshots
Several new screenshots of the upcoming PSP game Silent Hill: Shattered Memories are now available for viewing here. Shattered Memories will feature the star of the first Silent Hill game, Harry Mason, but will offer different gameplay from previous entries in the series. The game comes out January 12, 2010.
Army of Two: The 40th Day PSP Debut Trailer
A new PSP specific trailer for Army of Two: The 40th Day is now available for viewing above.The PSP version of the game will be a top-down shooter and will support Ad-Hoc multiplayer. The game comes out January 12, 2010.
New Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker Screenshots and Videos
Looking forward to playing Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker? Check out these new screenshots here and these videos here. A new demo for the game is also available for download in the PSN store. Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker comes out May 25, 2010.
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Dead or Alive Paradise Coming to the PSP
In this week's issue of Famitsu, a new DOA title for the PSP called "Dead or Alive Paradise" was announced. As the above picture pay suggest, the game will be another beach volleyball sim rather than a fighting game. The game will feature many of the series beloved female characters. Dead or Alive Paradise comes out in Japan on April 2, 2010. A US release date has not been set.
New The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest Trailer
The new trailer for the upcoming PSP game The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest is now available for viewing above. This title is aimed at all ages and will feature word fighting, lancing and archery. Aragorn's Quest comes out in Spring 2010.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Army of Two: The 40th Day Demo Soon Available
Looking forward to playing Army of Two: The 40th Day? You're in luck! A demo for the PSP game will be available for free on the PlayStation Network in North America on January 7th. It'll be the perfect way to make sure you want to buy the game when it comes out on January 12, 2010.
Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands Debut Trailer
The debut trailer for Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands is now available for viewing above. The newest edition on the Prince of Persia series is expected to be released for the PSP. A release date for the game has yet to be set.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Lunar: Silver Star Harmony Japanese Trailer
Check out this Japanese trailer for the upcoming PSP game Lunar: Silver Star Harmony. The game is a remake of the classic RPG Lunar: Silver Star Story. The new Lunar game comes out January 12, 2010.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
IGN's 2009 PSP Game of the Year Award Nominees
Here are IGN's nominees for the PSP Games of the Year:
Best Action Game:
Best Action Game:
- Dissidia Final Fantasy
- Gran Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars
- Patapon 2
- Resistance: Retribution
- Tekken 6
- Fate/Unlimited Codes
- Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny
- Beaterator
- DJ Max Fever
- Rock Band: Unplugged
- Hammerin' Hero
- LittleBigPlanet
- Prinny: Can I Really Be the Hero?
- LocoRoco 2
- PixelJunk Monsters: Deluxe
- Half-Minute Hero
- Crimson Gem Saga
- Disgaea 2: Dark Hero Days
- Star Ocean: Second Evolution
- MotorStorm: Arctic Edge
- FIFA Soccer 10
- Pangya: Fatasy Golf
- Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10
- Dissidia Final Fantasy
- MotorStorm: Arctic Edge
- Patapon 2
- PixelJunk Monsters Deluxe
- Resistance: Retribution
- Dissidia Final Fantasy
- LittleBigPlanet
- Patapon 2
- Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny
- Tekken 6
- Dissidia Final Fantasy
- LittleBigPlanet
- MotorStorm: Arctic Edge
- Resistance: Retribution
- Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny
- Crimson Gem Saga
- Disgaea 2: Dark Hero Days
- Dissidia Final Fantasy
- Resistance: Retribution
- Star Ocean: Second Evolution
- Patapon 2
- Dissidia Final Fantasy
- LittleBigPlanet
- MotorStorm: Arctic Edge
- Resistance: Retribution
Friday, December 11, 2009
Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Heroes 3 Coming to the PSP
Naruto fans have something to look forward to. Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Heroes 3 has been confirmed for the PSP. The game will feature the same battle system as the previous titles, but a new roster. NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja Heroes 3 will come out in 2010.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Dante's Inferno Demo Footage
A new video featuring demo footage from the upcoming PSP game Dante's Inferno is now available for viewing above.The video gives you a good look at the combat in the game. Dante's Inferno comes out February 9, 2010.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
IGN'S Top PSP Games of 2009
2009 is almost over, and IGN is celebrating the year's end by posting up their their top PSP games of 2009. Here is the list:
1. Patapon 2
2. Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars
3. Resistance: Retribution
4. LocoRoco 2
5. MotorStorm: Arctic Edge
6. PixelJunk Monsters Deluxe
7. Dissidia Final Fantasy
8. Half-Minute Hero
9. Hammerin' Hero
To read their reasoning behind the list, head over here.
1. Patapon 2
2. Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars
3. Resistance: Retribution
4. LocoRoco 2
5. MotorStorm: Arctic Edge
6. PixelJunk Monsters Deluxe
7. Dissidia Final Fantasy
8. Half-Minute Hero
9. Hammerin' Hero
To read their reasoning behind the list, head over here.
New Today for the PSP
New today for the PSP is James Cameron's Avatar: The Game. This title is based on the film of the same name, and takes players deep into the world in which the movie is set. It boasts beautiful graphics and exciiting action gameplay. Head over to your nearest game store to check this one out.
Sunday, December 6, 2009
The Best PSP Games You've Never Heard Of
The PSP has many great and well-known titles, like God of War: Chains of Olympus, Crisis Core, and Lumines. However, there are also many hidden gems in the PSP game's library that have never gotten the recognition that they deserve. Here are some of the best PSP games that you've probably never heard of.
Class of Heroes:
This challenging dungeon crawler is set at a magical school called Particus Academy. Class of Heroes boasts a great character creation system and Etrian Odyssey style gameplay. This title is grind heavy and definitely isn't for everyone, but fans of classic dungeon based games like Wizardry shouldn't miss it.
GripShift:
This extremely addictive racing game plays more like a platformer than like more popular racing games like Gran Turismo. The game mixes in platform and puzzle elements to every track. Though GripShift won numerous critical awards, it's never caught on with the gamers it was aimed at.
Riviera: The Promised Land:
This terrific remake of the WonderSwan Color and Game Boy Advance games of the same name has gone sadly ignored by many gamers. The game boasts many features that'd be enjoyed by RPG fans, including dating sim elements and multiple endings. Even if you've already played one of the earlier versions, you should still check this out- the game now has full voice acting, remixed music, and a brand new translation.
Dead Head Fred:
Maybe it was the name. Maybe it was the cover. For whatever reason, this fantastic horror themed action-adventure game never managed to find much of an audience. Dead Head Fred boasts a fantastic script- it won an award from the Writers Guild of America- great voice acting, and entertaining zombie-slaying gameplay. It may not look like it'd be your cup a tea, but this fans of action-adventure games should give this game a chance.
Crush:
This amazing puzzle game was an instant hit with critics. It won numerous awards, including PSP game of the month. Sadly, all that accolade didn't count for much, as they game never managed to sell. The unique gameplay will easily hook anyone who does try the game out, and will give players a truly novel gaming experience.
Macross Ace Frontier:
The last game on our list is a bit of a cheat. The reason that so many gamers have never played Macross Ace Frontier is because the game has never been released outside of Japan. Though this shooting game is entirely in Japanese, it's not hard to figure out the game's controls and menu and is easily playable by someone who doesn't understand the language. It has some of the best graphics on the PSP, and a huge variety of mecha. If you're interested in importing this game, you can do so at Play-Asia.com.
Class of Heroes:
This challenging dungeon crawler is set at a magical school called Particus Academy. Class of Heroes boasts a great character creation system and Etrian Odyssey style gameplay. This title is grind heavy and definitely isn't for everyone, but fans of classic dungeon based games like Wizardry shouldn't miss it.
GripShift:
This extremely addictive racing game plays more like a platformer than like more popular racing games like Gran Turismo. The game mixes in platform and puzzle elements to every track. Though GripShift won numerous critical awards, it's never caught on with the gamers it was aimed at.
Riviera: The Promised Land:
This terrific remake of the WonderSwan Color and Game Boy Advance games of the same name has gone sadly ignored by many gamers. The game boasts many features that'd be enjoyed by RPG fans, including dating sim elements and multiple endings. Even if you've already played one of the earlier versions, you should still check this out- the game now has full voice acting, remixed music, and a brand new translation.
Dead Head Fred:
Maybe it was the name. Maybe it was the cover. For whatever reason, this fantastic horror themed action-adventure game never managed to find much of an audience. Dead Head Fred boasts a fantastic script- it won an award from the Writers Guild of America- great voice acting, and entertaining zombie-slaying gameplay. It may not look like it'd be your cup a tea, but this fans of action-adventure games should give this game a chance.
Crush:
This amazing puzzle game was an instant hit with critics. It won numerous awards, including PSP game of the month. Sadly, all that accolade didn't count for much, as they game never managed to sell. The unique gameplay will easily hook anyone who does try the game out, and will give players a truly novel gaming experience.
Macross Ace Frontier:
The last game on our list is a bit of a cheat. The reason that so many gamers have never played Macross Ace Frontier is because the game has never been released outside of Japan. Though this shooting game is entirely in Japanese, it's not hard to figure out the game's controls and menu and is easily playable by someone who doesn't understand the language. It has some of the best graphics on the PSP, and a huge variety of mecha. If you're interested in importing this game, you can do so at Play-Asia.com.
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Tokimeki Memorial 4 Screenshots
Interested importing games? New screenshots and character art for the upcoming PSP game Tokimeki Memorial 4 are available for viewing here. Tokimeki Memorial is a popular Japanese dating sim series that began in 1994. The game's chances of getting a US release are slim to none, but the game came out in Japan on December 3, 2009.
Friday, December 4, 2009
Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker North American Release Date Announced
Gamers everywhere can feel free to mark their calendars. The North American release date for Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker has been announced. The game will come out on May 25, 2010.
Director of Marketing for Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc David Daniels says "Kojima Productions has pushed the limits of the PSP system and we cannot wait to unveil their latest addition to the Metal Gear franchise to gamers this coming May."
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Director of Marketing for Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc David Daniels says "Kojima Productions has pushed the limits of the PSP system and we cannot wait to unveil their latest addition to the Metal Gear franchise to gamers this coming May."
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New Valkyria Chronicles 2 Trailer
A new trailer for the upcoming PSP game Valkyria Chronicles 2 is now available for viewing here. The trailer is in Japanese, but works as an introduction to the scouts that will be a part of the game's cast of characters. Valkyria Chronicles 2 is due out in Spring 2010.
Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker Gets UK Release Date
The UK and European release dates for the upcoming PSP game Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker have been announced. Gamers in the UK will get the game on May 28, 2010, while the rest of Europe will get the game on May 27, 2010. The US release date for the game is expected to be announced sometime very soon. Check back here for more info!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
New Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker Screenshots
New screenshots for the upcoming PSP game Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker are now available for viewing here. Peace Walker is a sequel to the hit PSP title Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops, and all early reports say that the game is shaping up to be great. Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker is due out sometime in 2010.
New Silent Hill: Shattered Memories Artwork and Trailer
New artwork for the upcoming PSP title Silent Hill: Shattered Memories is now available, as well as a new "montage trailer". You can take a look and the artwork and some screenshots here, and the trailer here. Silent Hill: Shattered Memories has suffered several release date changes, but the game is currently scheduled to come out on January 12, 2010.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
New Phantasy Star Portable 2 Screenshots
New screenshots for the upcoming PSP game Phantasy Star Portable 2 are now available for viewing here. The game is a sequel to the popular handheld action RPG and will feature character customization and online play like its predecessor did. Phantasy Star Portable 2 does not have a North American release date yet.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker Gets Release Date in Japan
A Japanese release date has been announced for the upcoming PSP game Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker. The game will come out March 1, 2010. This date is much earlier than expected, so it looks like gamers throughout the rest of the world should get to play Peace Walker sooner too. Check back here for more news on the game!
New Releases This Week for the PSP
Here are the new releases for the PSP for the week of 11/29:
MX vs. ATV Reflex
Martial Arts: Capoeira Fighters
MX vs. ATV Reflex
Martial Arts: Capoeira Fighters
Monday, November 30, 2009
New Dracula: Undead Awakening Screenshots
New screenshots of the upcoming PSP game Dracula: Undead Awakening are now available for viewing here. Vampire mania may be sweeping the nation, but MoreGames Entertainment intends to bring Vampires back to their roots with this title. Undead Awakening is a shooter that will also offer RPG elements. A release date for the game has not yet been set.
TNA Impact! Cross the Line Screenshots
Five new screenshots for the upcoming PSP game TNA Impact! Cross the Line are available for viewing here. The game will feature a 6 sided ring and many of the organization's most popular wrestlers. TNA Impact! Cross the Line comes out sometime in 2010.
New Kahoots Screenshots and Gameplay Videos
New screenshots and gameplay videos for the PSP mini game Kahoots are available for viewing here and here. Kahoots is a quirky puzzle game that offers gamers more than 50 bizarre levels. Kahoots is available to download now.
New Blast Off Screenshots and Gameplay Videos
New screenshots and gameplay videos for the PSP game Blast Off are now available. You can check out screenshots here and videos here. Blast Off lets players take control of a spaceship as they search for lost astronauts. The game is available now.
Ys: The Oath in Felghana Announced For the PSP
Yet another title in the popular Ys RPG series is making its way to the PSP. Ys: The Oath in Felghana will be remade for the PSP with bonus content. The game will include three soundtrack choices as well as a gallery mode that lets you view illustrations, movies and more. Ys: The Oath in Felghana comes out in Japan on April 22, 2010. A US release date has yet to be set.
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Sunday, November 29, 2009
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Shadow of Destiny Gameplay Video
A video featuring gameplay footage from the upcoming PSP game Shadow of Destiny is available for viewing above. Shadow of Destiny is an adventure game that boasts a time-travel heavy story. The game is a port of the 2001 PS2 title of the same name. Shadow of Destiny comes out January 26, 2010.
Friday, November 27, 2009
GTI Club Supermini Festa! Announced For the PSPgo
A new racing game titled "GTI Club Supermini Festa!" was announced for the PSPgo. The game will feature 16 fully customizable cars as well as race tracks in 5 different countries: Japan, France, United Kingdom, Italy and the United States. Gamers will be able to race against their friends using an ad-hoc battle mode. GTI Club Supermini Festa! comes out Spring 2010.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Black Friday PSP Deals
Are you hoping to score some PSP deals on Black Friday? All the best announced deals on PSP games and gear are right here. Happy shopping!
GameStop
GameStop
- Buy 2, get 1 free on all pre-owned games and accessories
- Save $10 on select PSP games, including Rainbow Six: Vegas, Monster Hunter 2, Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII
- $200 for Assassin's Creed PSP bundle, including a PSP 3000, Assassin's Creed: Bloodlines for PSP, and Assassin's Creed II for PS3
- Buy one get one free on Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Sonic Rivals 2.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
New Blast Off Screenshots
New screenshots from the upcoming PSP game Blast Off are available for viewing here. Blast Off is an action games that lets players take control of a rocket ship on a mission to rescue lost astronauts. Blast Off will also be released for the 360. A release date has not yet been set.
New Release Today for the PSP
Tekken 6 comes out today for the PSP. The game is a direct port of the PS3 and 360 game, and will feature the same impressive character roster that those versions have. The game also features a special ad-hoc multiplayer mode. If you'd like to see videos and screenshots of the game, you can do so using the search function on this site.
Monday, November 23, 2009
New Social App Inspired by Dante's Inferno
A new social app inspired by upcoming PSP game Dante's Inferno has launched today on Facebook, and is coming to many other social networks, including MySpace, iGoogle and Twitter. The application will allow you to send friends, groups, and other pages "to hell" by clicking a button and selecting a circle of hell. If you'd like to check out the Facebook version, you can do so here.
Dante's Inferno comes out for the PSP on February 9, 2010.
"This app is awesome! Not only will it be a blast to see who the world sends to hell, but it's also a great opportunity to take Dante's notion of the 9 circles of hell and make it current and relevant for people who may not be familiar with the poem," says the executive producer Jonathan Knight. "Let the damning begin."
Dante's Inferno comes out for the PSP on February 9, 2010.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Pre-Owned PSP Deal at Gamestop Black Friday
Planning on giving someone a PSP for Christmas? Head over to Gamestop this Black Friday. They'll be offering Pre-Owned PSPs for only $79.99. There are sure to be many more great deals involving the PSP, and we'll post about all of them as we find them. Check back here for updates!
LocoRoco Midnight Gameplay Videos
New gameplay videos from the PSP game LocoRoco Midnight are available for viewing here. The videos showcase a few of the levels in the popular puzzle-action series' latest title. LocoRoco Midnight is available in stores or to download now.
Friday, November 20, 2009
New Halfbrick Echoes Gameplay Videos
Four new gameplay videos for the new PSP mini game Halfbrick Echoes are available for viewing here. The game offers arcade style puzzles that can be completed in a very short amount of time, making it perfect for users who just want something to play on the bus or in between classes. Halfbrick Echoes is available to download now.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
PSP Updates to Firmware 6.20
Sony has released a new firmware for the PSP. Firmware 6.20 is available now. Features on the new firmware include:
Another new feature includes Extras menu option on the XMB browser that lets users access the PSP Comic Reader application. Comic Reader has yet to go live, but when it does, players will be able to use it to read comics they've downloaded from the PSP store. The inclusion of the menu option suggests that Sony plans to release it soon.
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Another new feature includes Extras menu option on the XMB browser that lets users access the PSP Comic Reader application. Comic Reader has yet to go live, but when it does, players will be able to use it to read comics they've downloaded from the PSP store. The inclusion of the menu option suggests that Sony plans to release it soon.
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Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Army of Two: The 40th Day Weapon Customization Trailer
A new trailer for the upcoming PSP game Army of Two: The 40th Day is available for viewing above. The trailer focuses on the many weapon customization options that players will have in the game. Army of Two: The 40th Day comes out on January 12, 2010.
Dante's Inferno Official Story Trailer
Want to know more about the storyline in the upcoming PSP title Dante's Inferno? Check out the all-new story trailer above. The game will put players in the shoes of Dante as he travels through all nine circles of hell. Dante's Inferno comes out on February 9, 2010.
Assassin's Creed: Bloodlines Launch Trailer
If you haven't picked up Assassin's Creed: Bloodlines for your PSP yet, check out the new launch trailer above. Bloodlines fills in the blanks between Assassin's Creed I and II with an all new adventure for Altair in Cyprus. Assassin's Creed: Bloodlines is available in stores now.
New LittleBigPlanet PSP Screenshots and Gameplay Videos
Thinking about picking up LittleBigPlanet for your PSP? Check out these new screenshots here or these gameplay videos here. The PSP version of the hit PS3 game will feature all the things gamers loved about the original LittleBigPlanet, from its challenging levels to its great creation tools. LittleBigPlanet PSP is available in stores now.
Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Kingdom Hearts Edition PSP
A special edition Kingdom Hearts PSP is coming to Japan. The PSP will come in a bundle pack that also includes a copy of Kindom Hearts: Birth By Sleep. The bundle will cost 22,000 yen. Both this PSP and Kingdom Hearts: Birth By Sleep are coming to Japan on January 9. Sadly, there's no word on a North American release for this bundle pack.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
New MX vs. ATV Reflex Trailer
A new trailer has been released for the upcoming PSP game MX vs. ATV Reflex, and can be viewed above. This racing game will feature motorcross bikes as well as ATV quads. MX vs. ATV Reflex comes out December 1, 2009.
New Releases This Week for the PSP
Here are the new releases for the PSP for the week of 11/15:
LittleBigPlanet
Assassin's Creed: Bloodlines
Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's Tag Force 4
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Echoes
Lego Indiana Jones 2: The Adventure Continues
LittleBigPlanet
Assassin's Creed: Bloodlines
Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's Tag Force 4
F1 2009
Echoes
Lego Indiana Jones 2: The Adventure Continues